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Leek and Mushroom Orzo

Cook this delicious pasta dish in 45 minutes that will taste great for dinner and for leftovers the next day. 

Yield
9
Prep time
15 minutes
Cook time
30 minutes
Total time
45 minutes
Ingredients
2 cups leek (chopped)
1 tablespoon oil
2 cups mushrooms (sliced)
1 cup orzo (dry)
2 cups vegetable broth
1 1/2 cups tomatoes (chopped)
3 tablespoons cream cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Steps
  1. Sauté leeks in oil in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the leeks are soft (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add mushrooms and cook until soft (about 5 minutes).
  3. Stir in the orzo and toast lightly, stirring frequently, for about 3 minutes.
  4. Add broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is almost tender, about 8 minutes.
  5. Add the tomatoes and simmer until orzo is tender (about 2 minutes).
  6. Remove from heat and stir in cream cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Serve warm.
  7. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Meal Type: Lunch, Dinner
Food group: Vegetables, Protein, Grains
Season: Winter, Fall
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Source
MedlinePlus